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Firestone adds six new sizes to its FS560 PLUS urban steer lineup

Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions (BBTS) is introducing six new sizes to its lineup of Firestone FS560 PLUS tough-wearing steers. These premium tires are specially designed to deliver long wear and low cost per mile for the demanding work of P&D and local hauling applications, the company said.

Alcoa offers new M-Series for Sprinter 3500

Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products has announced a new medium-duty wheel designed for the Sprinter 3500 chassis. This new M-Series forged aluminum wheel is both lightweight and durable, the company said. Designed to improve styling options to RV, shuttle, van and work truck upfitters, the wheel option provides aluminum’s corrosion resistance, lighter weight and improved heat management for extended brake and tire life. In addition, the manufacturer said aluminum wheels enhance the resale value of used vehicles at trade-in.

Firestone introduces aggressive extra-deep on/off-highway drive

The new Firestone FD835 on/off-highway drive is designed to deliver superior traction and exceptional removal mileage in severe-service applications, the manufacturer said. The aggressive drive is suitable for rugged applications in logging, construction, mining, refuse or oil field service.

Webb Vortex lightweight gray iron drum introduced to heavy-duty aftermarket

The aftermarket business unit of Webb Wheel Products Inc. announced the availability of the high performing, lightweight Webb Vortex brake drum for aftermarket replacement needs. Part number 76864, a 16 1/2 x 7 drum weighing 100 lbs. produced from standard gray iron metallurgy, is an alternative replacement drum for more expensive steel shelled or other lightweight drums used in rear and trailer applications, the manufacturer said.

New Doran 360HD tire pressure monitoring system features “Green Means GOOD” indicator for ease of use

The new Doran 360HD tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver ‘at- a-glance’ status updates with a new patent pending "Green Means GOOD" indicator, the maker said. This next generation system monitors up to 36 tires for truck, tractor and trailer applications with wireless tire pressure sensors that are screwed on to the valve stems and transmit a signal to a monitor in the cab. The driver is alerted through multiple alarms types (audible, location, pressure and warning symbol) and a new "Fast Leak" alarm so that low tire-pressure problems can be addressed and costly breakdowns and repairs are eliminated.

Goodyear launches new Kelly regional tire

The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. has introduced a new Kelly Armorsteel KRH regional tire for pickup and delivery and school buses.

Michelin Retread Technologies introduces new XDN2 retread

Michelin Retread Technologies (MRT) has introduced the Michelin XDN2 Pre-Mold retread, designed as an all-weather drive retread that the company said is optimized for exceptional traction and mileage.

BFGoodrich Commercial Truck Tires adds ST244 and TR144 to line

BFGoodrich Commercial Truck Tires has introduced the ST244 steer tire and TR144 trailer tire to its redesigned line of commercial truck tires. The tires prominently feature a new sidewall design.

Aggressive Bridgestone M775 Drive now available

Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC (BFNT) is now offering fleets in the U.S. the new Bridgestone M775 on/off-highway drive radial, a tire popular with logging and oil field service fleets in Canada. For severe-service applications, this aggressive drive delivers superior traction and exceptional removal mileage while being usable at highway speeds to 65 MPH, its maker said.

Michelin expands off-road application of X One wide single tire

Michelin Americas Truck Tires has expanded the offering of its innovative line of wide single tires to include the on-/off-road applications. The company said the Michelin X One XZY3 tire is an all-position radial tire designed for optimized weight savings and significant fuel savings in on-/off-road operations.

New Bridgestone, Bandag warranty extends coverage for premium products

Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC (BFNT) is introducing an extended warranty for its premium truck tires and casings, increasing the coverage period for seven years and three retreads. The exclusive new limited warranty covers the company’s best-selling Bridgestone-brand premium commercial tires and casing when retreaded with the Bandag process.

Michelin introduces XZE2 regional truck tire

Michelin Americas Truck Tires has unveiled a new version of its popular regional tire, the all-position Michelin XZE tire, to leaders at the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) show. The new tire carries the designation Michelin XZE2.